2003 BMW 520 vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 41 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 520 | XK |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
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 | 1659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |