2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina D3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina D3 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2007 Alpina D3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2007 Alpina D3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 323 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina D3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina D3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina D3 | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
| Model | D3 | XF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |
