2006 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 BMW 630
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 BMW 630. (268 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 630 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2006 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 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 630. (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XK | 2009 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XK | 630 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
