1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2000 Kia Retona
To start off, 2000 Kia Retona is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 397 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 2000 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Retona 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 XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 2000 Kia Retona | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | XK | Retona |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |