2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar XK. (395 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar XK.
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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (774 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XK. (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
Model | Brooklands | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 774 Nm | 553 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 75 L |