2000 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 103 kg more than 2000 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (290 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Omega | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Opel | Jaguar |
Model | Omega | XJ |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 600 Nm |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |