1999 Hyundai XG vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai XG. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 708 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai XG | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | XG | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3040 mm |
