2009 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. (143 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 23 kg more than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Jaguar X-Type (361 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2009 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2009 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar X-Type | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | X-Type | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
