Jaguar XE 2014 vs BMW 3 series 2015
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Petrol | 3.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 340 HP | 326 HP | |
| Torque: | 450 NM | 450 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.1 seconds | 4.9 seconds | |
| Jaguar XE engine produces 14 HP more power than BMW 3 series, the torque is the same for both cars. Despite the higher power, Jaguar XE reaches 100 km/h speed 0.2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 7.3 | |
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | |
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BMW 3 sērija 2015: BMW xDrive is a proactive all-wheel drive system without a center differential that engages before the vehicle becomes destabilized, unnoticed by the driver. Torque is distributed between the axles by an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch in the transfer case. The clutch is partially locked at most times, distributing power to both axles in a 40/60 front/rear ratio, but the system is capable of sending 100% of the torque to either axle. At higher speeds or when parking, multi-plate clutch is disengaged and all power is transferred to the rear wheels. DSC system (Dynamic Stability Control) also brakes the wheels separately to regain traction and assist in cornering. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 330'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Jaguar XE engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 7 years | 9 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Jaguar XJ, Jaguar F-Type, Jaguar XF, Jaguar F-Pace | Used also on BMW X4 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Jaguar XE might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The BMW 3 series engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.69 m | 4.63 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.81 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.43 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Jaguar XE is 5 cm longer than the BMW 3 series, 4 cm wider, while the height of Jaguar XE is 1 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 455 litres | 480 litres | |
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BMW 3 series has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Jaguar XE has 25 litres less trunk space than the BMW 3 series. This could mean that the Jaguar XE uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | no data | 11.7 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 2`165 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 14 200 | 23 200 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
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