2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 3 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, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 236 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 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 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XJ | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJ | 535 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |