2006 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJR.
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 XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
