2003 BMW 545 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 3 kg more than 2003 BMW 545.
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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. 2003 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 2004 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2004 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 545 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
