1968 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 42 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 103 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Jaguar XJ6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XJ6 (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJ6 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 48 L |
