2008 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (237 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330.
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, 2010 Jaguar XF (500 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (481 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | XF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
