2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2000 Jaguar XKA

To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XKA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XKA would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XKA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Jaguar XKA. (466 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jaguar XKA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XKA. 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, 2000 Jaguar XKA (843 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B7. (700 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B7. 2008 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2000 Jaguar XKA has manual transmission. 2000 Jaguar XKA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Alpina B7 2000 Jaguar XKA
Make Alpina Jaguar
Model B7 XKA
Year Released 2008 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 4399 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 493 HP 466 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6150 RPM
Torque 700 Nm 843 Nm
Top Speed 300 km/hour 299 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1960 kg 1800 kg
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2590 mm


 

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