2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 3 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XF. 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
| Model | Tucson | XF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
