2002 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z4. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 273 kg more than 2002 BMW Z4. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z4. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Z4 | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | Z4 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
