2008 Hyundai H100 vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2008 Hyundai H100 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,235 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai H100. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Hyundai H100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai H100. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai H100. 2002 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai H100 has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai H100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai H100 | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
| Model | H100 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 69 L |
