2005 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 289 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 318 | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 318 | XJ |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |