2007 BMW 550 vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP) has 175 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XF. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2007 BMW 550 (491 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XF. (450 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XF. 2010 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 550 | XF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
