2008 BMW X3 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 31 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (300 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X3 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 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 | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 82 L |
