2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 7 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 4,235 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 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 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar S-Type | 2009 BMW 335 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | S-Type | 335 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 63 L |