2002 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra is newer by 10 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai XG 350. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 8 kg more than 2002 Hyundai XG 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Xterra 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai XG 350. (293 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra 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 | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | XG 350 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
