2005 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 129 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. 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 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK | 2009 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XK | 125 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1714 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
