2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Jaguar XF
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Jaguar XF were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 512 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XF. 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 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Jaguar XF | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | X5 | XF |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2965 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 69 L |