2007 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (392 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XKR. 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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XKR | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XKR | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 392 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
