1998 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Kia Borrego. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XJ8 | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | XJ8 | Borrego |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 3776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 78 L |