2004 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2004 Jaguar X-Type and 2004 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar X-Type (167 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Jaguar X-Type (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar X-Type | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | X-Type | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
