2000 Hyundai Satellite vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Satellite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Satellite would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Satellite has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Satellite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Satellite | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
| Model | Satellite | XJ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3157 mm |
