2006 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 Hyundai XG 350 (292 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 2006 Hyundai XG 350 has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai XG 350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2006 Hyundai XG 350 1970 Toyota Corolla
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model XG 350 Corolla
Year Released 2006 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3495 cc 1407 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 194 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 292 Nm 116 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.8 mm 70 mm
Top Speed 230 km/hour 160 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2340 mm