2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 50 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Jaguar XK (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Convertible | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2752 mm |
