2007 BMW 550 vs. 2006 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (232 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 24 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
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, 2007 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2006 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 550 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
