1999 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. 2008 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Hyundai Lantra | 2008 Infiniti M | |
Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
Model | Lantra | M |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |