2002 Jaguar XKR vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 292 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XKR.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar XKR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XKR | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XKR | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
