2005 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Jaguar XK

To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. 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, 2001 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318. 2001 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 318 2001 Jaguar XK
Make BMW Jaguar
Model 318 XK
Year Released 2005 2001
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 3995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 393 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 75 L