2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2007 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2007 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (366 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2007 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | 166 | X-Type |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 62 L |