1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 2002 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2002 Kia Potentia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2002 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Potentia weights approximately 415 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Potentia. 2002 Kia Potentia has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Potentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 2002 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | XJR-15 | Potentia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |