2003 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 184 kg more than 2003 BMW 320. 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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 320 | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 320 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
