2008 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,235 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (411 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
