1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 68 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | MK II | Sportage |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |