2011 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 500 kg more than 2009 BMW 530. 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, 2011 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Jaguar XK | 2009 BMW 530 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XK | 530 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4793 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1892 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1328 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |