2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2008 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Because 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2008 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. 2008 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 159 | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
