1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 629 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti G37 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. 2012 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
Model | Lantra | G37 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1739 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 76 L |