2005 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318.
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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318. 2010 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 318 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
