2003 Kia Opirus vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2003 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Opirus weights approximately 7 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XK.
Because 2010 Jaguar XK 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 2010 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Opirus, 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Opirus. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Opirus | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Kia | Jaguar |
Model | Opirus | XK |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1321 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2751 mm |