2006 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti QX56 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 115 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti QX56 | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Infiniti | Hyundai |
Model | QX56 | Sonata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2794 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |