2005 BMW 530 vs. 2002 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2002 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 530 | XJR |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 5.9 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 | 1590 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |