2001 Hyundai XG 300 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai XG 300. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai XG 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2001 Hyundai XG 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai XG 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai XG 300. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | XG 300 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
