2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (194 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 165 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2003 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. 2003 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2003 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | Spider | X-Type |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |