2004 BMW 545 vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP) has 128 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XF. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XF.
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, 2012 Jaguar XF (450 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 545. (447 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 545 | XF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
