1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 575 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1996 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XK | Retona |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
