2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (503 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF 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 XF (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Opel | Jaguar |
| Model | Vectra | XF |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2909 mm |
