2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2012 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Because 2002 Jaguar XJR 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 2002 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia, 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJR | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2737 mm |
