2005 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 153 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 XK (541 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (307 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XK | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1833 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
