2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 (293 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 Hyundai XG 350 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Tucson | XG 350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2648 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
