1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 627 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XK | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
