1996 Jaguar XK vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 33 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK.
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, 1996 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XK | Omega |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
