2005 Kia Rio vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 832 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 2011 Jaguar XJ 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 2011 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Kia | Jaguar |
| Model | Rio | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3033 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 82 L |
