2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 56 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2007 BMW 330 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, 2007 BMW 330 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 Jaguar XF (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XF | 330 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 63 L |
