1968 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 321 kg more than 1968 Jaguar XJ6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. 2007 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1968 Jaguar XJ6 has manual transmission. 1968 Jaguar XJ6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
| Model | XJ6 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 75 L |
