2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 306 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ8.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJ8 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
