2009 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 1 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2008 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 335 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
