2001 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, both 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2001 Jaguar XJ220 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jaguar XJ220 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 2001 Jaguar XJ220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147, 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 802 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (275 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 147 | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 1077 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
