2003 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2003 Hyundai XG 350 and 2003 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V50. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2003 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V50. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V50. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 has automatic transmission and 2003 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2003 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai XG 350 | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | XG 350 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
