2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 2,096 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (154 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Hyundai Tucson (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jaguar |
| Model | Tucson | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
