2007 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 294 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
