1960 Jaguar 3.8 vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar 3.8 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Jaguar 3.8 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 1960 Jaguar 3.8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Venga, 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, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga. 2009 Kia Venga has automatic transmission and 1960 Jaguar 3.8 has manual transmission. 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Venga will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar 3.8 | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | 3.8 | Venga |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |
