1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 1995 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1995 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 757 kg more than 1995 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jaguar XJR 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 1998 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Sephia, 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJR | 1995 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJR | Sephia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
