2006 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
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 XJ8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | M3 | XJ8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |