2003 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (202 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar X-Type | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | X-Type | Antara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
