1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 22 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 (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 57 kg more than 1985 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2007 Kia Sportage 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. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJS | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| 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 | 331 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 | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1687 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 |
