1958 Jaguar XK vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 1998 Kia Capital is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar XK weights approximately 151 kg more than 1998 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar XK | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XK | Capital |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
