1960 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 180 kg more than 1960 Jaguar MK IX.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. 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 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar MK IX | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | MK IX | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| 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 | 330 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
