2008 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR

To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 318 2007 Jaguar XKR
Make BMW Jaguar
Model 318 XKR
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 420 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 218 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.3 seconds 5.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.4 L/100km 12.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 71 L