2005 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Grandeur and 2005 Jaguar S-Type were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Grandeur. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Grandeur.
Because 2005 Jaguar S-Type 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 2005 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Grandeur, 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, both vehicles can yield 293 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Grandeur | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
| Model | Grandeur | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
