2002 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2002 Kia Visto
To start off, both 2002 Jaguar XJ8 and 2002 Kia Visto were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 815 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Jaguar XJ8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Visto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto. 2002 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Visto has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Visto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ8 | 2002 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJ8 | Visto |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2390 mm |
