1992 Opel Frontera vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 110 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XK.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Opel | Jaguar |
| Model | Frontera | XK |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2752 mm |
