2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 106 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Spider | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3032 mm |
