2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 81 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2002 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera 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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XJ | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJ | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2470 mm |
