1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 210 kg more than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | Mark IV | Sportage |
Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2640 mm |