2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 209 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (336 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar S-Type | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | S-Type | 120 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
