2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 104 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. 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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. 2008 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1999 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 1999 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJR | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Jaguar | Vauxhall |
| Model | XJR | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| 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 | 400 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2740 mm |
