2005 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2005 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2005 BMW X3. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X3. (420 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X3 | 2000 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X3 | XKR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
