1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 24 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 (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 313 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. 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, 2012 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJS | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| 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 | 225 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| 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 | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |
