2012 BMW 116 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 116 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 425 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 116 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 116 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.4 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
