1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (238 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1999 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 1999 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | S-Type | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
