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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (241 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 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 325 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
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 | 2966 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
