2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 Jaguar XJ
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2003 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 2003 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2003 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2003 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | GTV | XJ |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
