2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 88 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (525 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar XK | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | XK | Sportage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 246 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |