1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 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 152 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 295 kg more than 1975 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jaguar XJS | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJS | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
