2009 BMW 318 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 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 XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 318 | 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 318 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
