2005 BMW 740 vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 740 | S-Type |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 69 L |