2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (241 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar X-Type | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | X-Type | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
