2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 9 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (391 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 385 kg more than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (541 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | S-Type | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
