2007 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai XG 350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai XG 350. (292 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai XG 350 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | XG 350 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1380 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
