2005 BMW M6 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M6 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 100 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ. (400 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M6 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M6. (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M6 | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M6 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |
