2006 BMW 745 vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 442 kg more than 2007 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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. 2006 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2007 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2007 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 745 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
