2011 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 243 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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 XJ (600 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (350 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Jaguar XJ | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJ | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 350 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5252 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1456 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3157 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |