2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2011 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2011 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai i30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i30 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1131 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti QX56 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 2011 Infiniti QX56. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30, 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, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 2011 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | i30 | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 2540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 98 L |
