1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 217 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jaguar XK 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 1948 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20, 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Hyundai |
| Model | XK | i20 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2525 mm |
