2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Altea would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar XJ8 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 2006 Jaguar XJ8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea, 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Jaguar | Seat |
Model | XJ8 | Altea |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |