2000 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2000 Jaguar XKR
To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2000 Jaguar XKR were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 385 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jaguar XKR 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 2000 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 2000 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2000 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2000 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | GTV | XKR |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
