2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 8 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (395 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2005 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 X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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 X5 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 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 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | S-Type | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
