2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 226 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2012 Jaguar XJ 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 2012 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona, 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sedona | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Kia | Jaguar |
Model | Sedona | XJ |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1874 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |