2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XK and 2008 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XK 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 2008 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra, 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, 2008 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XK | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |
