2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 3 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 208 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar XK (525 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XK | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| 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 | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
