2012 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ

To start off, both 2012 Hyundai Elantra and 2012 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 481 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Jaguar XJ 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 2012 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 2012 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Hyundai Elantra 2012 Jaguar XJ
Make Hyundai Jaguar
Model Elantra XJ
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2000 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 600 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type 5-speed manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1332 kg 1813 kg
Vehicle Length 4486 mm 5252 mm
Vehicle Width 1765 mm 1895 mm
Vehicle Height 1519 mm 1456 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 3157 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.6 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.2 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 82 L


 

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