2004 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 2004 BMW 325 and 2004 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 119 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 325 | XK |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 411 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |