2008 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 517 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 320 | XJ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3032 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |