2001 Hyundai XG vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai XG. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai XG would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai XG is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai XG. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Hyundai XG. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai XG. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai XG | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | XG | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1811 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2857 mm |
