1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJS | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
