2007 BMW 120 vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 435 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 2001 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 120 | XJ |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |