1998 BMW 318 vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318.
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 XJ (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318. 2009 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 318 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 85 L |
