2008 BMW 550 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 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 25 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 550 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3032 mm |
