1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 68 kg more than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Because 1948 Jaguar Mark IV 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 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento, 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, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento. 2011 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1948 Jaguar Mark IV has manual transmission. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | Mark IV | Sorento |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1885 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2700 mm |