1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 690 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1994 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 155 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1730 kg |
