1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2007 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, 2007 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 228 kg more than 2007 Hyundai XG 350.
Because 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai XG 350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai XG 350. (292 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2007 Hyundai XG 350 | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | Fleetwood | XG 350 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |