2008 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 325 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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | XKR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 391 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
