2006 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (232 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 421 kg more than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2006 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2006 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar X-Type | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | X-Type | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
