2008 BMW 545 vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 9 kg more than 2008 BMW 545.
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, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 545 | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 545 | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
