1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 85 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XK | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
