1999 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (276 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XK.
Because 1999 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 1999 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XK | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Jaguar | Hyundai |
| Model | XK | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
