2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (394 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar XK | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK | 125 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |