2006 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2009 BMW 520
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. 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 119 more horse power than 2009 BMW 520. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 BMW 520. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 520. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XK8 | 2009 BMW 520 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK8 | 520 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |