2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (318 HP) has 165 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 313 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 6 series (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (366 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 2008 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2008 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Jaguar X-Type | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | X-Type | 6 series |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 318 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |