2006 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 640 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai XG 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai XG 350. (292 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai XG 350 | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | XG 350 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
