2001 Jaguar R Coupe vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar R Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar R Coupe would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar R Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 Jaguar R Coupe.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jaguar R Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar R Coupe | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | R Coupe | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
