2008 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XK.
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, 2000 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2000 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | X3 | XK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |