2009 BMW 120 vs. 2008 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XF (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 154 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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 (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2008 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 120 | XF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 69 L |
