2007 BMW 550 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 6 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XF. (237 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XF.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XF. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 550 | XF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2909 mm |
