2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 11 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 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 330 | XJ |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |