2008 BMW 335 vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 BMW 335. 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 2006 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 335 | XJ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 561 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 84 L |