2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 10 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 64 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJ | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJ | X1 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |