1998 Kia Avella vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Avella would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 819 kg more than 1998 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Kia | Jaguar |
| Model | Avella | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2920 mm |
