2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 304 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
| Model | Santa Fe | XK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2752 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
