2006 BMW M6 vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (507 HP) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (390 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XK.
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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (525 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M6 | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 390 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
