2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Because 2002 Jaguar S-Type 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 2002 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage, 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | S-Type | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 58 L |
