2008 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
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 XK8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2006 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 525 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4194 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 294 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
