1999 Hyundai XG vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 10 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai XG is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai XG. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai XG weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai XG.
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1999 Hyundai XG | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | XG | Tribute |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 232 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 | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |