2007 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 330 | XJ |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3157 mm |