1997 Kia Retona vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona.
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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Retona | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Kia | Jaguar |
| Model | Retona | XJ |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3157 mm |
