2007 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 625 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2007 Jaguar XK8 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 XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival. 2007 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XK8 | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XK8 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 75 L |
