2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo GT and 2007 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 375 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT, 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 XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. 2007 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | GT | XKR |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |