2007 Jaguar XKR vs. 2007 Opel GT
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar XKR and 2007 Opel GT 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 XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 Opel GT. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 510 kg more than 2007 Opel GT. 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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel GT. (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel GT. 2007 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel GT has manual transmission. 2007 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XKR | 2007 Opel GT | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | XKR | GT |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |