2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 586 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Kia | Jaguar |
Model | Sorento | XJ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1871 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3032 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |