2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2003 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti M weights approximately 689 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2003 Infiniti M (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. (349 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 2003 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | Veracruz | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 79 L |
