2001 Hyundai XG 300 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai XG 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai XG 300 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai XG 300. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai XG 300.
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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai XG 300. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai XG 300. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai XG 300 has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai XG 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai XG 300 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | XG 300 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
