2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 4 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 88 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XF | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.2 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1434 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |
