2012 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 69 kg more than 2012 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jaguar XJ 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 2010 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento, 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Sorento | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Kia | Jaguar |
| Model | Sorento | XJ |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1744 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1709 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
