2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 188 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. 2008 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
Model | Santa Fe | X-Type |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |