2007 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2009 BMW 523
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ6.
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 XJ6 (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ6 | 2009 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJ6 | 523 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
