2007 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 46 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 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF. 2008 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2008 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 550 | XF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1771 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |
