2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (488 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 159 | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 488 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2909 mm |
