2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2013 BMW X3. (237 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X3. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJR | X3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.6 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 67 L |
