1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 415 kg more than 1961 Jaguar MK IX.
Because 1961 Jaguar MK IX 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 1961 Jaguar MK IX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carnival, 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK IX | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | MK IX | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
