2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2002 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai XG 350. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 268 kg more than 2005 Dodge Charger.
Because 2005 Dodge Charger 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 2005 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (339 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai XG 350. (293 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 2002 Hyundai XG 350 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Charger | XG 350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2630 mm |
