2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 516 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XF | 125 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
