2011 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, both 2011 Jaguar XK and 2011 Opel Insignia were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Because 2011 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 2011 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia, 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, 2011 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia. 2011 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Jaguar XK | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | XK | Insignia |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4793 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1892 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1328 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2737 mm |