2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (264 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2007 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJ | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
