2005 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XK weights approximately 116 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Jaguar XK (515 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
