1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 65 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJR.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJR | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 80 L |
