2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2005 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (279 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 159 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
