1984 Jaguar XJS vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 23 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 35 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1984 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1984 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jaguar XJS | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJS | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| 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 | 217 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
