2005 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jaguar XJ (310 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 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 Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
