2008 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 2 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 259 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 525 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
