2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Because 2009 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2009 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Spider | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | Spider | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2385 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |