2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar X-Type and 2008 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Astra (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar X-Type | 2008 Opel Astra | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | X-Type | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |