2009 BMW 750 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2009 BMW 750 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 750 | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 750 | XJ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |