1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 17 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 131 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 497 kg more than 2006 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Cerato, 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 XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJS | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
