2005 BMW X5 vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar F-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar F-Type would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1989 Jaguar F-Type.
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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X5 | F-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
