2001 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 458 kg more than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW 7 Series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar X-Type | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | X-Type | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
