1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 560 kg more than 1968 Jaguar 240. 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 1968 Jaguar 240. 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, 1968 Jaguar 240 (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | 240 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
