2000 Hyundai Neos vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Neos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Neos would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (247 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Neos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 274 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Neos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Hyundai Neos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Neos. (260 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Neos. 2012 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Neos has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Neos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Neos | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | Neos | M |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
