2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, both 2006 Jaguar S-Type and 2006 Kia Cerato were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 2006 Kia Cerato, 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 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato. 2006 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Cerato has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Cerato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | S-Type | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
