2009 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. 2008 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2008 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | M3 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
