2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 BMW 318
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 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 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 XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 2004 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XK | 318 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 301 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 63 L |
