2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJR. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 625 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | XJR | 155 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
