2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar F-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar F-Type would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 442 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
| Model | Santa Fe | F-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3341 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
