1969 Jaguar 240 vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1969 Jaguar 240.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Jaguar 240 (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Jaguar 240 | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | 240 | K2700 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |