2008 BMW M6 vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (227 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
Because 2003 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type will offer significantly more control. 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M6 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
