2006 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3981 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 87 L |
