2007 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR 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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJR.
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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2008 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 550 | XJR |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 553 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |