2010 Kia Forte vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Forte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Forte would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 472 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Forte | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Kia | Jaguar |
| Model | Forte | XF |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4481 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2909 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
