2006 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 7 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 BMW M3. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M3 | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2752 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
