2003 BMW 520 vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 283 kg more than 2003 BMW 520. 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520. 2011 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 520 | XF |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
