2010 Jaguar XF vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 588 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jaguar XF 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 2010 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147, 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Jaguar XF | 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | XF | 147 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4961 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2908 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
