2001 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 11 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 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 281 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X5 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 82 L |
