2003 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2012 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Albea is newer by 9 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 118 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 539 kg more than 2012 Fiat Albea. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Albea. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Albea 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 | 2012 Fiat Albea | |
Make | Hyundai | Fiat |
Model | XG 350 | Albea |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |