1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 199 kg more than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | Vanden Plas | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
