2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 Jaguar XK8
To start off, both 2006 BMW Z4 and 2006 Jaguar XK8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. 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, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 2006 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | Z4 | XK8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |