2009 BMW M6 vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK. (254 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 440 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK. 2008 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M6 | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | M6 | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |