2005 BMW 320 vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 320 | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
