2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1999 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Pride Wagon 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 141 more horse power than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 914 kg more than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar S-Type 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 2006 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 1999 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | S-Type | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2350 mm |
