2008 BMW 523 vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 523 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
