1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2011 Kia Sedona

To start off, 2011 Kia Sedona is newer by 52 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, 2011 Kia Sedona (271 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sedona weights approximately 459 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 Jaguar MK II 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 1959 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sedona, 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, 2011 Kia Sedona (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II. 2011 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar MK II has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar MK II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1959 Jaguar MK II 2011 Kia Sedona
Make Jaguar Kia
Model MK II Sedona
Year Released 1959 2011
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3781 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 334 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1984 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 5131 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1984 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1829 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 3020 mm