2003 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (152 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 22 kg more than 2003 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (155 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
