1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 17 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 150 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 79 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
| Model | XJS | Korando |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5343 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
