2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2007 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (227 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 345 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2007 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
| Model | Tucson | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
