2003 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 520 | XJ |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |