2011 Jaguar XF vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 120 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 568 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Jaguar XF | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XF | 120 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 470 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 574 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4961 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2908 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |