1996 BMW 545 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 BMW 545. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 545. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 545 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 545 | XJ |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3032 mm |