1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 2000 Kia Joice
To start off, 2000 Kia Joice is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Kia Joice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice, 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice. 2000 Kia Joice has automatic transmission and 1985 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1985 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 2000 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJS | Joice |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
