1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 216 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | MK VIII | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1549 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
