2004 Jaguar XK vs. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Lotus Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Lotus Omega would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (377 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 142 kg more than 1990 Opel Lotus Omega.
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, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (568 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XK | Lotus Omega |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
