2005 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525. 2009 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2009 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 525 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
