2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (193 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type 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 120 kg more than 2007 Jaguar X-Type.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (212 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2007 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
Model | Santa Fe | X-Type |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |