2002 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai XG 350. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai XG 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai XG 350. (293 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai XG 350 | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
| Model | XG 350 | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2909 mm |
