2002 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai XG 350. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 452 kg more than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai XG 350. (293 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | XG 350 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
