1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 2004 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2004 Kia Shuma is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 540 kg more than 2004 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Shuma, 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, 1987 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jaguar XJS | 2004 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJS | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
