2005 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Avella would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 699 kg more than 1997 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ6 | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJ6 | Avella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2400 mm |
