2004 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 Infiniti M.
Because 2009 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai XG 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai XG 350. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai XG 350 | 2009 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | XG 350 | M |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
