2004 BMW 760 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 760 would be higher. At 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (390 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 760 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 760 (602 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (525 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 760 | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 760 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 84 L |
