2012 Jaguar XJ vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 118 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 557 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Jaguar XJ | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | XJ | 118 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
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 | 510 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 624 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1942 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5127 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1456 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3032 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 51 L |