2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 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 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 153 more horse power than 2013 BMW X3. (237 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2013 BMW X3 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 X3 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X3. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJ | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 67 L |
