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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (222 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 28 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Jaguar X-Type (293 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.

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 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 222 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72.6 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 236 km/hour 227 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.6 seconds 7.8 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 1578 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 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.4 L/100km 15.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13 L/100km 10.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 61 L


 

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