2003 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival 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 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 52 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 530 kg more than 2003 Hyundai XG 350.
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, 2010 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Carnival 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.
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2003 Hyundai XG 350 | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | XG 350 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |