2006 Jaguar XJR vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 69 kg more than 2002 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, 2006 Jaguar XJR (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJR | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJR | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 75 L |
