1999 Hyundai XG vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai XG. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai XG weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai XG | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | XG | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
