2000 Hyundai XG vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai XG. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai XG 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 21 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai XG should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai XG weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai XG will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai XG | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | XG | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
