1957 Jaguar XK 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 XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 52 kg more than 1957 Jaguar XK.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Jaguar XK. 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, 1957 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Jaguar XK | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | XK | Sportage |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3440 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |