2000 Hyundai XG vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai XG. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 785 kg more than 2000 Hyundai XG. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Hyundai XG. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai XG | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Audi |
| Model | XG | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3002 mm |
