2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 204 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
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 Jaguar S-Type (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar S-Type | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | S-Type | 125 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |