1992 Jaguar XJR vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 638 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Jaguar XJR 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 1992 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul, 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJR | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJR | Soul |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 48 L |
