2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2006 BMW 318. 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 2006 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJ8 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |
