2003 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2002 Acura CL

To start off, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.

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 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai XG 350.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Hyundai XG 350 2002 Acura CL
Make Hyundai Acura
Model XG 350 CL
Year Released 2003 2002
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3497 cc 3210 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 194 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.8 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 65 L


 

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