2004 BMW 530 vs. 1999 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2004 BMW 530 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XJ (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 530 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 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, 2004 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar XJ. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 530 | 1999 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 530 | XJ |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |