2002 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, both 2002 BMW 320 and 2002 Jaguar S-Type were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 368 kg more than 2002 BMW 320. 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 320. 2002 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 320 | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 320 | S-Type |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |