1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJR. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 712 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 155 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| 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 | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2080 mm |
