2005 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
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2005 Hyundai XG 350 | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | XG 350 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |