2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2007 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2007 Opel Vectra and 2007 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (193 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra. 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 Vectra. 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 (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (220 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 Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vectra | 2007 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Opel | Jaguar |
| Model | Vectra | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
