2008 Infiniti M vs. 2008 Hyundai Accent

To start off, both 2008 Infiniti M and 2008 Hyundai Accent were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 727 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M 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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Infiniti M 2008 Hyundai Accent
Make Infiniti Hyundai
Model M Accent
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4493 cc 1340 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 456 Nm 114 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1837 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 45 L


 

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