2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Avella would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 819 kg more than 1998 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | S-Type | Avella |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2400 mm |
