2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (687 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 615 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 875 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | S-Type | Avella |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 687 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2400 mm |
