2007 Toyota Quantum vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Quantum would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 673 kg more than 2012 Hyundai ix35.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35, 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 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Quantum | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Quantum | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2640 mm |
