2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Accent and 2005 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 623 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar XJ 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 2005 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (132 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
| Model | Accent | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
