2007 BMW 120 vs. 2002 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 385 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. 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, 2002 Jaguar XKR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2002 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 120 | XKR |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
