2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2009 Infiniti EX
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Sonata and 2009 Infiniti EX were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (293 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti EX weights approximately 401 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX 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, 2009 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. 2009 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Sonata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2009 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
Model | Sonata | EX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 293 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 82 L |