2007 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2007 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover City would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 712 kg more than 2003 Rover City. 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, 2007 Hyundai XG 350 (292 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City. 2007 Hyundai XG 350 has automatic transmission and 2003 Rover City has manual transmission. 2003 Rover City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai XG 350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai XG 350 | 2003 Rover City | |
Make | Hyundai | Rover |
Model | XG 350 | City |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |