1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti EX. (321 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 945 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Because 2013 Infiniti EX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti EX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti EX. 2013 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 has manual transmission. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | Euro 1 | EX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1589 mm |
