2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK.
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 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XK | 2008 BMW 318 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK | 318 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 63 L |