2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (194 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 85 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2003 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | 166 | X-Type |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.4 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 61 L |