2006 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (157 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar X-Type.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2006 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2006 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar X-Type | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | X-Type | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2099 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
