2004 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Elantra 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 137 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. 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 2004 Hyundai Elantra. 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) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (183 Nm). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
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2004 Hyundai Elantra | 2008 Infiniti M | |
Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
Model | Elantra | M |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 363 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |