2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 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 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 137 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. 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 (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XK | 125 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 53 L |
