2008 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2011 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X5 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 82 L |
