2001 Kia Potentia vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 208 kg more than 2001 Kia Potentia. 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Potentia. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Potentia. 2007 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Potentia has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Potentia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Potentia | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Kia | Jaguar |
| Model | Potentia | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
