2008 Acura MDX vs. 2002 Hyundai XG
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai XG. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai XG would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai XG. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai XG weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai XG. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX 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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 2002 Hyundai XG | |
| Make | Acura | Hyundai |
| Model | MDX | XG |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
