2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 538 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 XF (624 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Centauri | XF |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2908 mm |
