2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 572 kg more than 2008 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jaguar XJ 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 2011 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Kia | Jaguar |
| Model | Cee'd | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3033 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 82 L |
