2004 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. (193 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar X-Type | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | X-Type | 159 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
