2009 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2006 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 320 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 84 L |
