2000 Hyundai XG vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2000 Hyundai XG is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai XG is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai XG (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai XG should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 24 kg more than 2000 Hyundai XG.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Hyundai XG. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra 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, 2000 Hyundai XG (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai XG will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai XG | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | XG | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 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 | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
