2009 Opel Combo vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Opel Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Combo would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 2009 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Combo.
Because 2013 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 2013 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Combo, 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Combo | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Opel | Jaguar |
| Model | Combo | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2752 mm |
