2000 BMW 323 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 323 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 441 kg more than 2000 BMW 323. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323. 2012 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 323 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
