2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ

To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 411 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 2012 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ 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 2012 Jaguar XJ
Make Alfa Romeo Jaguar
Model 166 XJ
Year Released 2003 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2959 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 470 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 574 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2500 RPM
Top Speed 236 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1961 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 5252 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1895 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1456 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 3157 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.3 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.4 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 82 L


 

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