2003 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 141 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai XG 350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | XG 350 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 129 L |
