2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar S-Type and 2005 Hyundai Atos were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
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 Atos, 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Jaguar | Hyundai |
| Model | S-Type | Atos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 141 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
