1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 936 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJR-15 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 3295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
