2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar XJ and 2005 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XJ | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | XJ | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 58 L |