1945 Jeep MB vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1945 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1003 kg more than 1945 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep MB 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep MB. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1945 Jeep MB has manual transmission. 1945 Jeep MB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep MB | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | MB | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2083 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |
