2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 127 kg more than 2011 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jaguar XJ 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 2002 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima, 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 2011 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJ | Optima |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2797 mm |
