2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XF (411 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 BMW 650. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XF.
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, 2008 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 650. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XF | 2009 BMW 650 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XF | 650 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 411 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |