2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 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, 2008 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar S-Type | 2008 BMW 530 | |
Make | Jaguar | BMW |
Model | S-Type | 530 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |