1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 337 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJS | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJS | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |
