2003 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 8 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 36 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 942 kg more than 2003 Hyundai XG 350.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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 2011 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Hyundai | Land Rover |
Model | XG 350 | Freelander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |