2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 2005 BMW 545
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 3 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 BMW 545. (326 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 545.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJR | 2005 BMW 545 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJR | 545 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.9 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 | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |