2009 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 82 L |
