2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 6 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar S-Type | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | S-Type | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |