2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2009 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2009 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. (143 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 173 kg more than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. (361 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2009 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | Brera | X-Type |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |