2012 Jaguar XJ vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Kia Venga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Kia Venga would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 470 kg more than 2011 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Venga, 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (156 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jaguar XJ | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJ | Venga |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 48 L |
