1955 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar XK (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1955 Jaguar XK (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Jaguar XK | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | XK | Sportage |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
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 | 190 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |