2002 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK. (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 280 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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK. 2002 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 550 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 Jaguar XK | 2012 BMW 550 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK | 550 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |