1999 Honda NSX vs. 1999 Hyundai XG
To start off, both 1999 Honda NSX 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai XG. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai XG weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX.
Because 1999 Honda NSX 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 1999 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai XG, 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, 1999 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai XG. 1999 Hyundai XG has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX | 1999 Hyundai XG | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | NSX | XG |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |