2001 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (194 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (241 Nm). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X5 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 61 L |
