2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar XJR and 2007 Opel Meriva 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 XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 359 kg more than 2007 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJR 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 XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Meriva, 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 XJR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJR | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | XJR | Meriva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 13.3 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 | 1734 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 53 L |