2008 Jaguar XKR vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2012 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XKR.
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 XKR (561 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335. 2008 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XKR | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XKR | 335 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 57 L |