2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2002 Hyundai XG
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai XG. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai XG would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai XG. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 305 kg more than 2002 Hyundai XG. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai XG. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Nitro | 2002 Hyundai XG | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Nitro | XG |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
