2003 Jaguar XK vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Omega 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 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 158 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall 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, 2003 Jaguar XK (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (306 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. 2003 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XK | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Jaguar | Vauxhall |
| Model | XK | Omega |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
