2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (154 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (143 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 213 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 2003 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2003 Opel Omega | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | S-Type | Omega |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2096 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |