2005 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2005 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai XG 350 and 2005 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 60 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MPV. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Mazda MPV. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MPV. (195 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MPV. 2005 Hyundai XG 350 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda MPV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai XG 350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai XG 350 | 2005 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | XG 350 | MPV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
