2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 390 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (289 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 156 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3157 mm |
