2006 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Hyundai XG 350 and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 95 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra. 2006 Hyundai XG 350 has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Astra 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 | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | XG 350 | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |