2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 494 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJ | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
