2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1975 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 128 kg more than 1975 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1975 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
| Model | Santa Fe | XJS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 86 L |
