2009 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
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, 2002 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2002 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 320 | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |