2006 Jaguar XJ vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2006 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJ | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |
