2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jaguar XF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | XF | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |
