2005 BMW 645 vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 BMW 645 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 BMW 645. (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 645 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XK.
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, 2004 Jaguar XK (525 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 645. (447 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 645.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 645 | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 645 | XK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 525 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1758 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |