1999 Hyundai XG vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai XG. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai XG would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai XG. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 Hyundai XG. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Hyundai XG. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai XG | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
| Model | XG | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
