1961 Jaguar MK X vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 361 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Jaguar MK X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1961 Jaguar MK X (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK X | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | MK X | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
