2003 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Jaguar XJ
To start off, both 2003 BMW M3 and 2003 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 240 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 103 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
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, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XJ. 2003 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 BMW M3 | 2003 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | M3 | XJ |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |