2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2003 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,099 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (157 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 156 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2099 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
