2008 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XKR. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 325 | XKR |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 5.3 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 | 1555 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |