1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 55 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, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XK | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
