1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 85 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | XK | Sorento |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |