2008 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Jaguar XF

To start off, both 2008 BMW 320 and 2008 Jaguar XF were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XF (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 279 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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, 2008 Jaguar XF (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320. 2008 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 320 2008 Jaguar XF
Make BMW Jaguar
Model 320 XF
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2171 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 294 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 411 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 226 km/hour 245 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 6.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1749 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4970 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 11.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 69 L