2005 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 6 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 100 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Jaguar XJ (393 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1999 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
