2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2007 BMW 523
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (300 HP) has 125 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 455 kg more than 2007 BMW 523. 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 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 2007 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | S-Type | 523 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
