1998 BMW 318 vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 326 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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 XF (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (169 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 318 | XF |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1771 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |
