2003 BMW X3 vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 2003 BMW X3 and 2003 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Because 2003 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Jaguar XK (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X3. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X3 | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | X3 | XK |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 553 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.3 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |