2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2011 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
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 (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 730. (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XJ | 2011 BMW 730 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJ | 730 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 82 L |