2001 BMW Compact vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Compact. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Compact would be higher. At 2,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 79 kg more than 2001 BMW Compact. 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact. 2008 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW Compact has manual transmission. 2001 BMW Compact will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Compact | XJ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
