2002 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 1999 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2002 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai XG 350. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 311 kg more than 1999 Toyota Avalon.
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, 1999 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai XG 350. (293 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai XG 350 | 1999 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | XG 350 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
