2008 BMW M6 vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XKR. (420 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XKR.
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 (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M6. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | M6 | XKR |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |