2005 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2006 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 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, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. (293 Nm). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai XG 350 | 2006 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | XG 350 | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 106 L |
