2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 760 kg more than 2005 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Arosa, 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 XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XJ | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | XJ | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 974 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 34 L |
