1952 Jaguar C-Type vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar C-Type (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1073 kg more than 1952 Jaguar C-Type.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Jaguar C-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1952 Jaguar C-Type (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar C-Type | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | C-Type | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| 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 | 218 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
