1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 16 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 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Because 1993 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 1993 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 1993 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJS | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
