2003 BMW 520 vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
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, 1998 Jaguar XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 520 | XK |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 615 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |