2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar S-Type and 2005 Kia K2700 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 143 kg more than 2005 Kia K2700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | S-Type | K2700 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2665 cc |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
