2006 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 4 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XK. 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XK | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK | 550 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |