2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 484 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, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJ8 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 15.2 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 | 1684 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
