2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2005 Infiniti QX4
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Sonata and 2005 Infiniti QX4 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (170 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 484 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Sonata | 2005 Infiniti QX4 | |
Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
Model | Sonata | QX4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 359 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |