2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (261 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | BMW |
| Model | S-Type | X5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
