2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK. 2005 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | 8C Competizione | XK |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |