2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 Jaguar S-Type were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 113 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 325 | S-Type |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 293 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |