2002 Hyundai XG vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai XG. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai XG would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai XG (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai XG should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai XG weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai XG. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai XG. 2002 Hyundai XG has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Hyundai XG will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Hyundai XG | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | XG | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2616 mm |