2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJ. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 51 kg more than 2007 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ. (420 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 84 L |
