2005 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 405 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, 2011 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 318 | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 318 | XK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1321 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |