2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 330 | X-Type |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |