2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar XJ and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 196 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 419 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra, 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJ | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 52 L |
