1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 59 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 (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rondo. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Jaguar XK (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XK | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
