1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJR | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 58 L |
