2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2010 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2010 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | Santa Fe | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
