2009 BMW 125 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 339 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 125 | XJ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 85 L |