2007 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 396 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X5 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3032 mm |
