2006 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 5 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 29 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XK.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XK | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |