2009 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5.
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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X5 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |
