2003 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai XG 350.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XG 350 | R |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
