2007 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XK weights approximately 191 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. 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 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 200 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 320 | XK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1328 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |