1966 Jaguar Type S vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 50 kg more than 1966 Jaguar Type S.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Jaguar Type S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1966 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar Type S | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | Type S | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
