2009 BMW 120 vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 120 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (237 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120.
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, 2011 Jaguar XF (500 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 120 | XF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
