1999 Ford Laser vs. 1999 Hyundai XG
To start off, both 1999 Ford Laser and 1999 Hyundai XG were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai XG is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai XG (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai XG should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai XG weights approximately 445 kg more than 1999 Ford Laser. 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, 1999 Hyundai XG (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai XG will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Laser. 1999 Hyundai XG has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Hyundai XG will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Laser | 1999 Hyundai XG | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Laser | XG |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |