1960 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar MK IX | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | MK IX | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
