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. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (153 HP). 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 BMW 325 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. 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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (366 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
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 | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |