2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Equus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Equus would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 29 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Equus | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
Model | Equus | XJ |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |