1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2004 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2004 Kia Amanti is newer by 16 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 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Kia Amanti. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 106 kg more than 2004 Kia Amanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Amanti, 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 2004 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJS | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
