1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 230 kg more than 1975 Jaguar XJS.
Because 1975 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Jaguar XJS | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | XJS | Sorento |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5342 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |