2000 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 BMW M3. (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 BMW M3. 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW M3. 2009 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 BMW M3 | 2009 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | M3 | S-Type |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 553 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |