1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 49 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 32 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 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 162 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage 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, 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XK | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
| 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 | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
