2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar S-Type and 2007 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 661 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar S-Type 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 2007 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio, 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 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar S-Type | 2007 Kia Rio | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | S-Type | Rio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1064 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |