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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (390 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
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 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (525 Nm). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 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 | 401 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 525 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 84 L |