2002 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 3,587 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai XG 350. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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 507 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai XG 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai XG 350. (293 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai XG 350. 2002 Hyundai XG 350 has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Hyundai XG 350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai XG 350 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | XG 350 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
