2003 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (202 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 82 kg more than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar X-Type | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | X-Type | Sportage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |