2005 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai XG 350.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 2008 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. (293 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai XG 350 | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | XG 350 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
