2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Omega would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (178 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (240 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJ | 2005 Opel Omega | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | XJ | Omega |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |