1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK8 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XK8 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
