2012 BMW X3 vs. 2001 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (194 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X3 | 2001 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X3 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
