1954 Jaguar XK vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 90 kg more than 1954 Jaguar XK.
Because 1954 Jaguar XK 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 1954 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice, 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, 1954 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Jaguar XK | 1998 Kia Joice | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | XK | Joice |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |