2008 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2008 BMW 325 and 2008 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 BMW 325 and 2008 Jaguar X-Type are equipped with a 2,495 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (193 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2008 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type will offer significantly more control. 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 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
