2002 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
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 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 330 | 2009 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 330 | S-Type |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |