2006 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 278 kg more than 2006 BMW 318. 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (541 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 318 | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 318 | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
