2008 Kia Sedona vs. 2004 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. (227 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Because 2004 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. (293 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sedona | 2004 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Kia | Jaguar |
| Model | Sedona | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
