1958 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. 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, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | MK VIII | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |
