1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 2001 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2001 Kia Shuma is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2001 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 680 kg more than 2001 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Jaguar XJS 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 1975 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Shuma, 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Shuma. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jaguar XJS | 2001 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJS | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |
