2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (240 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X3. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XJ | X3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 67 L |
