1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 15 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 367 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 480 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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJR-15 | K2700 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 2665 cc |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
