1962 Jaguar MK X vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 439 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Jaguar MK X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1962 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1962 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jaguar MK X | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | MK X | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
