2010 BMW 125 vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ

To start off, both 2010 BMW 125 and 2010 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 211 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (271 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125. 2010 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 BMW 125 2010 Jaguar XJ
Make BMW Jaguar
Model 125 XJ
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 600 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 238 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.8 seconds 6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 1796 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 5127 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1895 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1456 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 3157 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 82 L


 

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