1983 Jaguar XJS vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jaguar XJS (226 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 423 kg more than 1983 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1983 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Jaguar XJS | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | XJS | Sportage |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2083 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |