2004 BMW 525 vs. 2000 Jaguar XKA
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XKA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XKA would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XKA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKA (466 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKA should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XKA weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Jaguar XKA (843 Nm) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (390 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2000 Jaguar XKA | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 525 | XKA |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 466 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 843 Nm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
