2000 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 980 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jaguar XF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa. 2011 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Opel | Jaguar |
| Model | Corsa | XF |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
