2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2005 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (227 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Azera | 2005 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | Azera | M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
