2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2009 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XK. (254 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 17 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. 2009 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | Brera | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3193 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |