2000 BMW 730 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2000 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 BMW 730. 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 2000 BMW 730. 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 (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 730 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 730 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3157 mm |
