1999 Opel Frontera vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 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 266 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 110 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XK.
Because 1999 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, 1999 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Frontera | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Opel | Jaguar |
Model | Frontera | XK |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4794 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1322 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2752 mm |