2005 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 29 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 2006 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2006 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 530 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
