2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 2009 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2009 Jaguar XJ and 2009 Kia Magentis were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (391 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2009 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 63 kg more than 2009 Kia Magentis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 XJ (541 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Magentis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XJ | 2009 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | XJ | Magentis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |