2008 Infiniti M vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 189 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Infiniti | Hyundai |
| Model | M | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
