1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 858 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
Model | Lantra | XF |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2908 mm |