1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 23 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 93 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 313 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd. 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd, 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Jaguar XJS | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | XJS | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |