2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 104 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XF.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XF. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Opel | Jaguar |
| Model | Vectra | XF |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2909 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
