2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 149 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2008 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar X-Type | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | X-Type | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
