2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 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 229 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2008 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
Model | Brooklands | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
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 | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 774 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 71 L |