2005 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 180 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.
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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
