2000 BMW 525 vs. 1998 Jaguar XJ8

To start off, 2000 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2000 BMW 525. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XJ8.

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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 525. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 525. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 BMW 525 1998 Jaguar XJ8
Make BMW Jaguar
Model 525 XJ8
Year Released 2000 1998
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 3981 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 331 Nm 525 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 86.1 mm
Top Speed 215 km/hour 241 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.4 seconds 7.3 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1795 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5030 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 87 L


 

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