2011 BMW 520 vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (271 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520.
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, 2012 Jaguar XF (600 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 520. (270 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 520 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 520 | XF |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4907 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
