2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti QX weights approximately 936 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Infiniti QX (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti QX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2013 Infiniti QX has manual transmission. 2013 Infiniti QX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Infiniti QX | |
Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
Model | Santa Fe | QX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3075 mm |