2008 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Jaguar XKR
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 XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (480 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X3 | XKR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 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 | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
