1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (576 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. (394 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | Vanden Plas | X5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 576 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2934 mm |