2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2006 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2006 Jaguar XKR and 2006 Kia Magentis were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2006 Kia Magentis. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Kia Magentis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Magentis, 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 XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Magentis. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XKR | 2006 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | XKR | Magentis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |