2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type

To start off, both 2008 Fiat 500 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (193 HP) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 630 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type 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 X-Type (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (146 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500. 2008 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat 500 2008 Jaguar X-Type
Make Fiat Jaguar
Model 500 X-Type
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 2495 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 54 HP 193 HP
Torque 146 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 165 km/hour 217 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.5 seconds 8.6 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 3550 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.2 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 62 L


 

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