2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 117 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJR | 325 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |
