2004 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2002 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 152 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK.
Because 2002 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 2002 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2002 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Trajet | 2002 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
| Model | Trajet | XK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
