1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 XJS (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Jaguar XJS | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | XJS | Sportage |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |