2010 Kia Cee'd vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ

To start off, both 2010 Kia Cee'd and 2010 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 476 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 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 2010 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (186 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Kia Cee'd 2010 Jaguar XJ
Make Kia Jaguar
Model Cee'd XJ
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1973 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 600 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 205 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.3 seconds 6 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1337 kg 1813 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 5252 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1895 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1456 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3157 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 82 L


 

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