2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 2000 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2000 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 49 kg more than 2000 BMW 330. 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 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XJ | 2000 BMW 330 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJ | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 63 L |