2009 BMW 130 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 BMW 130.
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 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 2008 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 130 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 85 L |
