2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XJ | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Jaguar | Hyundai |
| Model | XJ | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4986 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2935 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 77 L |
