1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 645 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jaguar XK 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 1998 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio, 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 1999 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XK | Rio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2420 mm |
