2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 483 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4. 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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XKR | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XKR | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
