2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar S-Type and 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 348 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 2005 Jaguar S-Type 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 2005 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147, 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | S-Type | 147 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
