1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 98 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XJR.
Because 1998 Jaguar XJR 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 1998 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz, 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJR | 2012 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Jaguar | Hyundai |
| Model | XJR | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2804 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 78 L |
