2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 201 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.
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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XF. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2013 BMW M3 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 | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | XF | M3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
