1957 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 208 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1957 Jaguar MK VIII has manual transmission. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar MK VIII | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | MK VIII | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 58 L |
