2010 Hyundai Sonata 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 Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Sonata 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 67 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
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 Sonata, 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai Sonata | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Infiniti |
| Model | Sonata | EX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4798 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |
