2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2008 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera.
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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (366 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | Brera | X-Type |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |