2009 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 4 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 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 2009 BMW 330 (315 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. 2005 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 330 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2967 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
