2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2000 Hyundai XG
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai XG. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai XG would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai XG. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1424 kg more than 2000 Hyundai XG. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Hyundai XG. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (597 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2000 Hyundai XG | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Avalanche | XG |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
