2006 Ford GT vs. 2006 Hyundai XG 350

To start off, both 2006 Ford GT and 2006 Hyundai XG 350 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2006 Ford GT.

Because 2006 Ford GT 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 2006 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai XG 350. (292 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai XG 350.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford GT 2006 Hyundai XG 350
Make Ford Hyundai
Model GT XG 350
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 3495 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 550 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 292 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1584 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 12 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 70 L


 

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