2007 BMW 523 vs. 2005 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 BMW 523. 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, 2005 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523. 2005 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 523 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 2005 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 523 | XKR |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
