1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 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 238 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJS.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJS | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJS | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1991 | 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 | 217 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1870 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 |
