2001 Hyundai XG 300 vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Hyundai XG 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai XG 300 (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai XG 300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 337 kg more than 2001 Hyundai XG 300.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai XG 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai XG 300. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai XG 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai XG 300 | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | XG 300 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 3378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
