1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 577 kg more than 1968 Jaguar 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Jaguar 240. 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar 240 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | 240 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2017 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |