2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 51 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJ | Omega |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
