2010 Hyundai i30 vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai i30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai i30 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Because 2011 Infiniti EX 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 EX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
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2010 Hyundai i30 | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
Model | i30 | EX |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |