2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2009 Kia Rondo

To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rondo. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Jaguar XK8 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 XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo, 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 XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Jaguar XK8 2009 Kia Rondo
Make Jaguar Kia
Model XK8 Rondo
Year Released 2002 2009
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 198 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1685 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.3 L/100km 9.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.7 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.3 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 60 L


 

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