2009 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, both 2009 BMW X3 and 2009 Jaguar XF were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW X3 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XF. (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X3 | XF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 69 L |
