2004 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X5 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 85 L |
