2000 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2013 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (195 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 456 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti QX4 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, 2000 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti QX4 | 2013 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Infiniti | Hyundai |
| Model | QX4 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2795 mm |
