2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 32 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2010 Jaguar XJ 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. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
| Model | Santa Fe | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 84 L |
