2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XKR. (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XKR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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 X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XKR. (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XKR | X6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| 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 | 391 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
