2008 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2008 BMW 328 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 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 328. 2008 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 328 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
