2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (300 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (385 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 156 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3032 mm |
