2008 Hyundai i30 vs. 2002 Infiniti I35
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i30 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I35 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti I35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I35 (255 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i30. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I35 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti I35 weights approximately 302 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Infiniti I35 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti I35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai i30 | 2002 Infiniti I35 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | i30 | I35 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
