2004 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Jaguar R-D6
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar R-D6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar R-D6 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R-D6 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | R-D6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |
