2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (406 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XJ | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJ | X5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 406 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 85 L |