2003 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar X-Type | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Jaguar | Kia |
Model | X-Type | Sorento |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |