2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, both 2009 Jaguar XF and 2009 Opel Antara were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XF.
Because 2009 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Antara. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Antara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XF | Antara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 65 L |
