1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (218 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XK | Omega |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 615 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
