2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 Jaguar XK8 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X3 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
