2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 280 kg more than 2011 BMW 116. 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 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 2011 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XK | 116 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 51 L |
