2009 BMW 523 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ

To start off, 2009 BMW 523 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 125 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 BMW 523. 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 523 2008 Jaguar XJ
Make BMW Jaguar
Model 523 XJ
Year Released 2009 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 4200 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 230 km/hour 194 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.3 seconds 6.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1684 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 2110 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.5 L/100km 10.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 85 L


 

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