2008 Jaguar XK vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Avella would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 795 kg more than 1997 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, 2008 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XK | Avella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
