1992 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 33 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jensen Interceptor | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | Interceptor | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
