2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 88 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. 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 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XJ | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJ | 325 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |