2006 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 BMW 730 is newer by 1 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 BMW 730. 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 730 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 5.9 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 | 1820 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
