2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 3 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 479 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XF | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XF | X5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 85 L |