2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (680 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2012 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Spider | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 61 L |
