2007 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, both 2007 BMW 325 and 2007 Jaguar XJ6 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ6.
Because 2007 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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 XJ6 (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2007 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
