2002 BMW 332 vs. 2002 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 2002 BMW 332 and 2002 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332. 2002 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 332 | 2002 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 332 | XK |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |