2007 BMW 530 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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 590 kg more than 2007 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 530 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3157 mm |
