2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XK. (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 2009 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XK | 2010 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Jaguar | Alfa Romeo |
Model | XK | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |