2005 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. 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, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 525 | XK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |