2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, both 2006 Jaguar XJ8 and 2006 Kia Carnival were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 458 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
Because 2006 Jaguar XJ8 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 XJ8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival, 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 XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | XJ8 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |