2002 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XK. 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, 2002 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XK | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
