2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (198 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ. 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 XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. 2007 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 159 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
