2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. 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 146 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 280 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, 2007 Kia Sedona, 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | S-Type | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
