2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 718 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XF. (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XF | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | XF | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 7.2 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 | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2743 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 88 L |