2006 BMW 630 vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ

To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 144 kg more than 2006 BMW 630.

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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 630. 2002 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 630 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 630 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 630 2002 Jaguar XJ
Make BMW Jaguar
Model 630 XJ
Year Released 2006 2002
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 3248 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6350 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 316 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4350 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 70 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1566 kg 1710 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2880 mm


 

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