2012 BMW X1 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW X1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW X1 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 204 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XF. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X1 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X1 | XF |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| 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 | 176 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4454 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1545 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2909 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
