2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (197 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Kia | Jaguar |
| Model | Sorento | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
