2011 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 606 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jaguar XJ | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Jaguar | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | XJ | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1961 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5248 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1448 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3157 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
