1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 101 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
| Model | XJS | Korando |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
