2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 Jaguar S-Type were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | X3 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
