1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 332 kg more than 1985 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJS | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
