2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 89 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Senator has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Senator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJ | Senator |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
