2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 2 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (154 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona 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 | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | X-Type | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2099 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
