2006 BMW M6 vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (507 HP) has 207 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ8. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ8.
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, 2006 BMW M6 (705 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ8. (420 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 2002 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M6 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
