2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 Jaguar S-Type were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (198 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2007 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 2007 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159, 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. 2007 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | 159 | S-Type |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 553 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |