1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 5 kg more than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Jaguar XJS | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | XJS | Omega |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |