2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJR.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar XJR (553 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJR | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XJR | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
