2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 676 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | XJ8 | 155 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
