2000 Jaguar XKR vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Kia Borrego. (337 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Borrego. (438 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Jaguar XKR | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | XKR | Borrego |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4627 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 438 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2900 mm |