2008 BMW 550 vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
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 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 550 | XJ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4200 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |