2002 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2002 Hyundai XG 350 and 2002 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai XG 350 (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 797 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Hyundai XG 350 (293 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. (205 Nm). This means 2002 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai XG 350 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XG 350 | A |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2084 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
