2005 BMW 730 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 730 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
