2007 BMW 750 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 261 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ. 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 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 750 | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 750 | XJ |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 411 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |