2007 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar X-Type and 2007 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Opel Zafira. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 144 kg more than 2007 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar X-Type | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | X-Type | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
