1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (219 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Kia Potentia. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 145 kg more than 1997 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jaguar XJS | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | XJS | Potentia |
Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |