1993 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1993 Kia Capital

To start off, both 1993 Jaguar XJ220 and 1993 Kia Capital were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital.

Because 1993 Jaguar XJ220 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 1993 Jaguar XJ220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital, 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, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital. 1993 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 1993 Jaguar XJ220 has manual transmission. 1993 Jaguar XJ220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Jaguar XJ220 1993 Kia Capital
Make Jaguar Kia
Model XJ220 Capital
Year Released 1993 1993
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 542 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 642 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Height 340 mm 1410 mm