2004 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 478 kg more than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 Jaguar X-Type (337 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar X-Type | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | X-Type | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
