2001 Hyundai XG 300 vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 2001 Hyundai XG 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai XG 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai XG 300. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai XG 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai XG 300 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai XG 300. (235 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R 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 | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | XG 300 | 400 R |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
