2008 BMW 120 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 120 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 304 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 120. 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 120 | XF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2909 mm |
