2008 BMW 130 vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 130 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 BMW 130. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 130.
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, 2008 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ. 2009 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 130 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 85 L |
