2007 Infiniti M vs. 2013 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (195 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2007 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 2007 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti M | 2013 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Infiniti | Hyundai |
| Model | M | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
