1952 Jaguar XK vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 247 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XK | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
