2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2006 Kia Pregio

To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Pregio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Pregio would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio. 2007 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Pregio has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Pregio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Jaguar XJ 2006 Kia Pregio
Make Jaguar Kia
Model XJ Pregio
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 2664 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 401 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4150 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1980 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 84 L 65 L


 

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