2006 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Sentra 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 68 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (126 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 (292 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai XG 350 | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | XG 350 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
