2003 Jaguar XK vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Jaguar XK 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 2003 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira, 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, 2003 Jaguar XK (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XK | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XK | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
