2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 448 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Because 1952 Jaguar XK 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 1952 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
| Model | Santa Fe | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
