2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 386 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 147 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3032 mm |
