2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 2,096 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (154 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | S-Type | 118 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2096 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |