2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar XKR and 2005 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 720 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar XKR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XKR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio. 2005 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XKR | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XKR | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
