2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2004 Jaguar S-Type were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 137 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2004 Jaguar S-Type 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 2004 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. 2004 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | 156 | S-Type |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |