2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 24 kg more than 2001 Opel 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (525 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XK | Omega |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
