2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJ | 525 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2890 mm |
