2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Avella would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 825 kg more than 2000 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 2000 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | S-Type | Avella |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2400 mm |
