2006 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 153 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330. 2007 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
