2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 34 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2004 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XJ (411 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XJ | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJ | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
