2005 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2005 BMW 530 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. 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 530 (300 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 530 | X-Type |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |