2000 Jaguar XK vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Avella would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XK weights approximately 782 kg more than 1999 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, 2000 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jaguar XK | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XK | Avella |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2400 mm |
