2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2009 Kia Opirus
To start off, both 2009 Jaguar XF and 2009 Kia Opirus were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2009 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Opirus weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XF.
Because 2009 Jaguar XF 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 2009 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Opirus, 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XF | 2009 Kia Opirus | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | XF | Opirus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |