2007 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 325 | S-Type |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.3 mm |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 69 L |