2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Tucson and 2006 Jaguar S-Type were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 246 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
| Model | Tucson | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
