2006 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. Both 2006 BMW 525 and 2004 Jaguar S-Type are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 525 | S-Type |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |