1987 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 934 kg more than 1987 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 (293 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Visa | 2005 Hyundai XG 350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Visa | XG 350 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
