2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ

To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 822 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Accent 2013 Jaguar XJ
Make Hyundai Jaguar
Model Accent XJ
Year Released 2008 2013
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 503 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 625 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1058 kg 1880 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 5252 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2105 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1456 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3157 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.4 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.7 L/100km 16.9 L/100km


 

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