2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 8 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 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2013 BMW X1. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJ | X1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |
