2003 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2011 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X5 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3033 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 82 L |
