2009 BMW 550 vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 158 kg more than 2009 BMW 550. 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, 2003 Jaguar XK (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 550 | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4196 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
