2009 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 2 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 129 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 530 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
