2007 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, both 2007 BMW 325 and 2007 Jaguar XJR were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 264 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 Jaguar XJR 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 XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 325 | XJR |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |