2007 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ8.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJ8 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJ8 | X3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1881 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 67 L |