2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2003 Jaguar X-Type

To start off, both 2003 Hyundai Accent and 2003 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 600 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent. 2003 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2003 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2003 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2003 Hyundai Accent 2003 Jaguar X-Type
Make Hyundai Jaguar
Model Accent X-Type
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1340 cc 2495 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 81 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 116 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 71.5 mm 81.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.5 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.3:1
Top Speed 174 km/hour 217 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.9 seconds 9.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1035 kg 1635 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption 5.1 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.2 L/100km 15.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.2 L/100km 10.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 61 L