1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage, 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sportage. 2010 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJS | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | XJS | Sportage |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1694 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2629 mm |