1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 23 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 162 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 512 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar XJR 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 1989 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte, 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJR | Forte |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1288 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 52 L |
