2004 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 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 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 384 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 225 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
