2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 8 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar S-Type | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | S-Type | 118 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
