2005 BMW M6 vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 BMW M6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M6 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK. 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, 2005 BMW M6 (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M6 | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | M6 | XK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |