2010 Nissan GT-R vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan GT-R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan GT-R would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 303 kg more than 2012 Hyundai ix35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai ix35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan GT-R | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | GT-R | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4651 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1372 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2779 mm | 2640 mm |
