1984 Jaguar XJS vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 370 kg more than 1984 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1984 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jaguar XJS | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJS | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
