2009 BMW 550 vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ6. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ6. 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ6. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2002 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 550 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2967 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
