1997 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1995 Xedos 6
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Xedos 6 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. 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, 1995 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. 1995 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 1997 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1997 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Lantra | 1995 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Xedos |
| Model | Lantra | 6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
