2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 101 kg more than 2012 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar XKR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XKR | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
