2006 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 6 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, 2012 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 526 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.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |