2005 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 6 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 489 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 325 | XF |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2908 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |