1999 Hyundai XG vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai XG. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai XG would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai XG. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 267 kg more than 1999 Hyundai XG. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti M 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 2011 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai XG, 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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai XG | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | XG | M |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2901 mm |
