http://engine1.blogsome.com Just another WordPress weblog Fri, 06 Jun 2008 15:29:30 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Although it shares basics with the Altima sedan, the coupe is significantly smaller — its wheelbase is 4 inches shorter, its overall length 7.1 inches less and its height 2.5 inches lower. Engine: 3.5-liter V-6, 270 horsepower Torque: 258 pound-feet ... http://engine1.blogsome.com/2008/06/06/nissan-altima-coupe-35-se/    Hyundai Veracruz Type: A front-wheel drive large crossover SUV. Models: GLS, SE, Limited Engine: 3.8-liter multi-point fuel injection, 6-cylinder, 260-horsepower, 257-pound-feet torque. Transmission: 6-speed automatic, includes clutchless shifting EPA mileage: 17 mpg city / 24 mpg highway Estimated 12-month insurance costs, according to AAA Michigan: $687 Retail ... http://engine1.blogsome.com/2008/06/06/hyundai-veracruz/ Hyundai Tucson Limited Type: 4-wheel-drive, five-door, five-passenger crossover vehicle. Where built: Ulsan, South Korea. Key rivals: Nissan Rogue; Honda CR-V; Toyota RAV-4; Jeep Patriot; Ford Escape. Power: 2.7-liter, DOHC, 24-valve, 173-horsepower V6; four-speed auto transmission. Fuel economy: 17 city, 23 highway mpg; estimated annual fuel cost $2,209. Chassis ... http://engine1.blogsome.com/2008/06/06/hyundai-tucson-limited/   Hyundai Elantra GLS PZEV Complaints: There is discernible engine straining and wheezing at speeds in the 60-mph range on low-altitude, straight roads. The car also encounters some breathing difficulties in the mountains. Ride, acceleration and handling: There is generally good performance in all categories — a bit better than ... http://engine1.blogsome.com/2008/06/06/hyundai-elantra-gls-pzev/   While it adopts many of the crossover exterior cues — sloping roof and slightly higher driving position — the EX35 manages to create its own identity. Exterior: Good. Clean lines and sloping roof give the EX35 a smaller exterior profile than expected. Interior: Good. Roomy up front and lots of ... http://engine1.blogsome.com/2008/06/04/infiniti-ex35/   Jaguar XF Powertrain: Naturally aspirated or supercharged 4.2-liter, dual-overhead cam V8 with variable valve timing; six-speed automatic with manual shifting; rear-wheel drive. Horsepower: 300 at 6,000 rpm (n.a.); 420 at 6,250 (s.c.) Torque: 310 pound-feet at 4,100 rpm (n.a.); 408 pound-feet at 3,500 (s.c.) Weight: 4,017 (n.a.); 4,194 (s.c.) ... http://engine1.blogsome.com/2008/05/29/jaguar-xf/   Jaguar XKR Type: Rear-drive roadster. Where built: Castle Bromwich, England. Key rivals: BMW Z8; Mercedes-Benz SLK; Audi TT. Power: 4.2-liter, 420-horsepower, supercharged V8; six-speed auto transmission with manual shift mode. Performance: 0-60 mph in 4.9 seconds; top speed 155 mph. Fuel economy: 17 city, 25 highway mpg. Chassis: Monocoque ... http://engine1.blogsome.com/2008/05/29/jaguar-xkr/   BMW 328i Sedan Complaints: None about the car. Ride, acceleration and handling: Superior compact sports sedan in all three categories. If I had $30,000 to spare, I’d buy and drive it without having a single moment of guilt. Head-turning quotient: It is a work ... http://engine1.blogsome.com/2008/05/29/bmw-328i-sedan/   BMW X5 Powertrain: 4.8-liter, DOHC, 32-valve V8; six-speed automatic with manual shift mode; multi-plate center differential; all-wheel drive Horsepower: 350 at 6,300 rpm Torque: 350 pound-feet at 3,400-3,800 rpm Curb weight: 5,335 pounds (est.) 0-60 mph: 6.8 seconds Wheelbase: 115.5 inches Overall ... http://engine1.blogsome.com/2008/05/29/dodge-challenger-srt8-2/   BMW 550i keeps its classic lines. Type: Front-engine, rear-wheel drive, five-passenger sedan Engine: 4.8-liter V-8; 360-hp; 360 pound-foot torque EPA fuel economy: 17 mpg city/25 mpg highway Where built: Germany Price: Base, $59,195 (inc. $695 shipping charge); as tested, $73,040 Estimated 12-month insurance cost, according to AAA Michigan: ... http://engine1.blogsome.com/2008/05/29/bmw-550i/