2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. 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 XK (421 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 2004 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XK | 316 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
