2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2010 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 2010 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | Accent | M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
