1958 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 394 kg more than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jaguar XK (310 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1958 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar XK | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XK | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
